From familiar birds of the Western hemisphere — the Baltimore Oriole, Black-Capped Chickadee, and Northern Cardinal — to Asia's Strawberry Finch, Africa's Lilac-Breasted Roller, Australia'
These excerpts from works of philosophy and religion, history and drama, fiction, poetry, and other genres introduce the many facets of medieval literature. The anthology opens with chapters from The
The spirals and swirls of traditional Celtic patterns combine with natural motifs in this collection of 31 original mandala designs. The circular illustrations feature interwoven images of animals, bi
"Every serious probabilist should, and doubtless will, possess a copy of this important work. Loève is to be complimented on completing his Herculean task at a uniformly high level of elegance."
Renowned as one of the all-time finest illustrators of fantastic themes, Austrian artist Alfred Kubin (1877–1959) illustrated more than 70 books, including the works of Dostoyevsky and Poe as we
A new bishop arrives in the fictional cathedral town of Barchester, launching a comical battle for ascendancy among the local clergymen and their dependents. Dr. Proudie, the newly appointed bishop, b
This early collection of graphic designs by German artist Franz von Stuck (1863–1928) features images intended for menu cards, wine lists, and other food service applications. Although produced
These beautifully rendered scenes evoke the sights, sounds, and even the smells of autumn. From falling leaves and Halloween decorations to an abundant cornucopia and a festive Thanksgiving
Thirty complex dot-to-dot puzzles reveal famous landmarks from around the world: Big Ben, the Statue of Liberty, the Eiffel Tower, the Wailing Wall, Machu Picchu, and many other sites. Plus, the image
Introduced and edited by horror fiction great Ramsey Campbell, this newly assembled anthology is the only short story collection in print of works by the pioneering science-fiction writer Margaret St.
In this fifth book of the Anne of Green Gables series, our red-haired heroine finally marries her childhood sweetheart and true love, Gilbert Blythe. After a ceremony in the sunshine of the old orchar
Boy Scouts co-founder and avid outdoorsman "Uncle Dan" Beard offers young readers a clear, enthusiastic introduction to the joys of hunting in this timeless guide. Together with Bellmore H. Browne, an
Tsynq Yr, a Sylon scout and pilot, is flying a stolen spaceship behind the enemy lines of the Zarnk Empire. In the course of evading a Zarnk battleship, the Sylon crash-lands his vessel on Earth. Grav
The Rag Doll was blessed with many friends ― the Wisk Broom, the Furnace Shovel, and the Coffee Pot among them ― but when it came time to marry, she chose the Broom Handle. On the day of t
This frequently cited text addresses theories for treating the laminar and turbulent boundary layers of reacting gas mixtures. The theories are developed from fundamentals, and all related chemical, t
The graphic designs of the mid-twentieth century brought a fresh, contemporary feel to interior decor, and this collection of 23 ready-to-use wallpaper patterns offers a lively variety of choices from
"[Allbeury] tells it as it is: he was there and he knows what it feels like."—The Washington PostInspired by the Soviet Union's downing of an American spy plane flown by Francis Gary Powers in 1
Recapture the essence of relaxing summers down at the shore with these 55 seascapes. Imaginative illustrations include dazzling designs filled with fish, seashells, curious marine creatures, and other
A world of soothing images awaits with this deluxe collection of 63 original fantasy images, designed to calm the mind and relax the body. Colorists can spend hours of creative fun amid surreal illust
Challenging and fun for fashionistas and adult colorists, these 31 illustrations showcase an original collection of stylish outfits decorated with floral prints and abstract patterns. The beautifully
The literary career of Henry James (1843–1916) ranks among the longest and most productive in American letters. The expatriate author, who ultimately adopted British citizenship, often portrayed
In a foot race, Abe was neither first nor last. Cal beat Doug, Bruce beat Abe, Abe beat Ed but was beaten by Cal, and Doug beat Bruce. Who was last?Arrange four chess pieces so that every piece attack
Contemporary rather than traditional, these easy-to-make wreaths look great in any setting or season — and you can make them in a day. An array of materials, including paper, plants, a
Young maze enthusiasts can take on the Waterfall Free Fall, Winner Spinner, Daring Dragon, Wicked Wave, and dozens of other wildly entertaining amusement park attractions. These 46 mazes provide as ma
Discover exciting places across the nation with mazes, crosswords, and other puzzles! With just a pencil to lead the way, kids will have fun exploring some amazing landmarks throughout America. Thirty
"Dark and nastily believable ... Sean Stewart [is] a talent to watch." — William Gibson"A fine novel, in the grand tradition of the SF thriller … a very exciting debut." — Kim Stanle
Written in the fourth century BCE by Greek philosopher and scientist Aristotle, Physics sets out to define the principles and causes of change, movement, or motion. For 2,000 years ? until discoveries
"A goldmine ... wiser and funnier than almost any book in the field … the richest account yet published of the ways in which broadcasting is experienced, by both listener and broadcaster ..
"When I think of Rob Roy, I am impatient with all other novels," declared Robert Louis Stevenson of this bold adventure tale and its eponymous hero, the legendary Scottish Robin Hood. Set amid the Jac
Edgar, the brooding young master of Ravenswood, retains none of his ancestral estates but a crumbling castle. Embittered by the lawsuits that have stripped him of his patrimony and shortened his despa
Waffles is a relaxed feline who loves to read, and Cheeks just can't get enough to eat. These fun-loving characters are just two of the 25 dumpling-shaped crochet cats in this whimsical collection. Th
A pioneer of science fiction presents two stories from his legendary "Dr. Kinney" series, originally published in 1921 issues of Argosy magazine. In The Devolutionist, Kinney and his companions experi
Addressing both physical and mathematical aspects, this self-contained text on boundary value problems is geared toward advanced undergraduates and graduate students in mathematics. Prerequisites incl
This convenient single-volume edition contains all three parts of Dante's 14th-century poem ― Inferno, Purgatorio, and Paradiso ― in an acclaimed translation by American poet Henry Wadswor
Discover one of the coolest new crafts around with this fun and collectible guide. No plastic, wood, or metal base is involved; the cuddly dolls are easily made by wrapping yarn around itsel
These six classic papers on stochastic process were selected to meet the needs of physicists, applied mathematicians, and engineers. Contents include S. Chandrasekhar's "Stochastic Problems in Physics
Slime flies when you're having fun! It's time for kids to grab their partners in slime and have a goo-reat time. Easy instructions and helpful color photos show how to create glitter, glow-in-the-dark
One of 19th-century America's greatest authors recounts timeless tales from Greek mythology in this delightful partner to A Wonder-Book for Girls and Boys. Nathaniel Hawthorne's evocative interpretati
This guide offers an outstanding overview of the finer points of pencil work, both for sketching and detailed finished drawings. Author Frank M. Rines discusses approaches to graphite work and techniq
This collection of 63 unique designs, created from a wide variety of sea life imagery, offers endless coloring possibilities! The stunning and imaginative illustrations incorporate seashells, lobsters
